According to reports, Thomas was charged with aggravated battery with a deadly weapon after officials say he sped off following a traffic stop on Interstate 75 near mile marker 108.

Around 7:30 a.m. Monday, a trooper observed Thomas driving north on Interstate 75 at a high speed, reports stated. The trooper estimated the speed was about 100 mph in a 70 mph zone.

The trooper pulled over Thomas near mile marker 108, and asked why he was speeding. According to reports, Thomas told the trooper he was speeding because his child was in the hospital.

The report goes on to say the trooper could smell cannibas, and informed Thomas he was going to search the vehicle. At that time, Thomas pulled away from the scene. The trooper attempted to turn the ignition off, but was unable to do so and was dragged with the vehicle before being thrown off into a grassy median.

According to the report, the vehicle was involved in two separate vehicle crashes that resulted in property damage and possible injuries.

In addition to aggravated battery, Thomas was cited for traveling 99 mph in a 70 mph zone.